Bismarque death: Viscera report rules out alcohol use

Viscera report of Father Bismarque Dias, whose body was found floating in a lake in Goa, has revealed no traces of pesticides, alcohol or drugs in his system.

The viscera report is in contrast with the earlier theory that claimed he had consumed alcohol before going for swimming.

Dias, a priest-turned-social activist, was found dead in north Goa after he reportedly went for swimming and did not return home.

Dias’ colleagues and some activists have demanded Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe in the case.

Besides participating in several protests, Dias had filed a complaint before the National Green Tribunal regarding an illegal road being built in St. Estevam village in Goa through the Coastal Regulation Zone area.

He also participated in protests against the alleged State government-corporate nexus and land grabs in Goan villages.